The Basics

Turn-based combat

Dungeon crawler

Characters level up

15 different hero classes in vanilla game (DLCs add more heroes)

When heroes die, they stay dead

High learning curve

Best narration in modern gaming

Darkest Dungeon is a roguelike that has a broad appeal to gamers who may not be familiar with the genre although is the standard-bearer for punishing players for poor choices. Technically this usually qualifies as a rogueLITE or a game with roguelike elements. Fans of turn-based final fantasy games will enjoy the leveling up and combat qualities of the game. Gamers who enjoy 100%-ing a game can find fulfillment beating every boss and finding every trinket and relic in the game. It has just a little bit for everyone.

The Basics

3 separate characters to play as with different deck-building strategies and decks to build

Beat the game? Turn on Ascension mode to make the game harder!

Daily challenge modes

That, in short, is Slay the Spire.

Every now and then between bullet-hell runs, platform fails, and survival-adventure deaths you just want a game you can play at your own pace, without the pressure of real-time action. While many turn to the strategy-simulation sub-genre of roguelikes, Slay the Spire is one of those unique Deck-building games designed for fans of RNG, repeated failure, and eventual success. Continue reading “Slay the Spire | RogueHQ Review”→